Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte Scratched with Back Tightness

Second baseman out of lineup for Tuesday's game against Orioles

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:35pm

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Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte has been scratched from the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Baltimore Orioles due to lower back tightness. Marte, who is batting .212 with 4 home runs and 9 RBIs so far this season, was set to bat leadoff but will now miss the game.

Why it matters

Marte is a key offensive contributor for the Diamondbacks, who are currently 9-8 and third in the NL West. His absence from the lineup will be a significant loss as the team looks to bounce back from yesterday's series-opening loss to the Orioles.

The details

Marte was a late scratch from the Diamondbacks' lineup due to the lower back issue. The team has not provided any additional details on the severity of the injury or a timeline for his return.

  • Marte was scratched from the lineup just prior to first pitch on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

The players

Ketel Marte

The Diamondbacks' starting second baseman, who is batting .212 with 4 home runs and 9 RBIs so far this season.

Arizona Diamondbacks

The MLB team that Marte plays for, currently 9-8 and third in the NL West division.

Baltimore Orioles

The opposing team that the Diamondbacks are playing on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

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What they’re saying

“Ketel Marte was just scratched due to lower back tightness.”

— Steve Zinsmeister

What’s next

The Diamondbacks will provide an update on the severity of Marte's back injury and a timeline for his return to the lineup in the coming days.

The takeaway

Marte's absence is a significant loss for the Diamondbacks, who will need to find a way to fill the void left by their star second baseman as they look to maintain their position in the NL West standings.